Doug and his wife Bette are the proud parents of six children (four girls and two boys). They live in Quail Meadow in Eldersburg and are active members of Holy Family Catholic Church in Randallstown.

Doug owns BDG Entrepreneurial Services; a company based in Sykesville that provides professional and support services to small business owners in three states.

He is also the founder of Start-Up Carroll, a program that provides free services to people that want to start their own business. Doug and Bette are members of the Republican Party and support and participate in many community events.

“Dear Mr. Howard – Thank you for sharing your public safety proposal with me. It is a very common sense approach that should benefit public safety both economically and operationally. Respectfully, Sheriff Ken Tregoning” (June 17, 2010)

As County Commissioner for District 5, Doug will work continue to work hard for you.

By continuing his efforts to represent District 5 and to provide a leadership role on the Board of County Commissioners, Doug will support the county mission to provide excellent public safety, infrastructure in education in a cost effective manner. He will also continue to stand up for the rights of the citizens of Carroll County. He will also continue to use his business experience to bring good economic development to the county and support important projects like the remodel of Carrolltown Mall in Eldersburg Commons and the development of the Warfield Complex.

Doug will also continue his commitment to fight for services for our veterans, compensation for our teachers, county staff and law enforcement and the proper investment in roads and utilities to make sure our needs are met for the future.

It has been my honor to serve the citizens of Carroll County and represent District 5 for the past four years. It was also my privilege to serve three of those years as President of the Board. I truly appreciate the tremendous support that we had in the primary and I am proud to represent the Republican Party in my district. And therefore, I ask for your vote on November 4th for County Commissioner for District 5!

Statement

“As a private person, I have little desire to comment on my personal life or issues impacting my family. I will acknowledge that in late January, 2014, my husband Doug Howard and I mutually agreed to separate and seek a divorce. We also agreed at that while we would live separate personal lives we would maintain a common house with alternating schedules to meet the needs of our youngest children.

I am aware that after our separation he began another relationship and that is not of my concern. I am primarily concerned about my children and hope that others respect this as a personal, private matter.”

Elizabeth Howard
September 16, 2014
“At the beginning of this year, my wife and I made the difficult but necessary decision to separate and begin the process of getting a divorce. This was a mutual decision and one that came after quite some time of discussion and reflection.

We agreed to maintain one house for the children but to alternate our schedules while we began the process of living separate lives. This also allowed us to get beyond some family milestones in a positive manner and do the best we could to keep our personal matters private.

While I understand the public nature of my position, I am hopeful that those inclined to use my personal difficulties for political benefit or attacks will resist that temptation. I appreciate the many people that have expressed their support and understanding during this challenging time and those respecting our privacy in this matter.

For those with concerns or questions, I would simply ask that you call me directly and I would be willing to speak with you. I can be reached at 443-538-4862.”